Is Coffee Healthy For You?
Nutritional advice just seems so variable, swinging wildly from one set of ideas to another. And there’s no shortage of examples: from eggs to no eggs (and back again), zero calorie drinks to none (it’s those artificial sweeteners), eat 3 square meals/6 mini-meals, wine is bad/is great/is kinda good,...
The Most Overlooked Issue For Mens Health
The biggest un-seen heath issue for men is not a physical ailment at all. ...
When Skin Care Is An Inside Job
Skin care can be about far more than just the application of sun screen. What you put inside your body can help as well. ...
Salmorejo
Ingredients 2 pounds ripe tomatoes 2 garlic cloves (or one garlic clove and one shallot) 3 slices of white bread 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon cider or sherry vinegar Garnishes of choice (see below for suggestions) Directions In a saucepan, boil 8 cups of water. To remove skins from tomatoes,...
Pumpkin Muffins (Egg and Dairy Free)
You’ll Need 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 1/3 teaspoons ground cinnamon* 1/3 teaspoon ground ginger* ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg* ¾ cup white sugar ½ cup brown sugar 15 ounces plain pumpkin puree (from can or fresh) ½ cup apple sauce...
Lemon Ginger Scones
You’ll Need 2 cups flour 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/4 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped, (found in the spice section of store) 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 1 cup buttermilk 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil 1 large egg 1 Tablespoon water 1 Tablespoon sugar Directions Preheat...
Challenge: Put Your Brain Into “Sleep Mode”!
Challenge yourself to stick to these habits for at least 2 weeks and track your progress along the way. You can use a sleep tracking app or a journal to document your sleep quality and how you feel in the morning. Over time, these habits can help train your...
5 Keys To Find Your Peace
Finding peace in the crazy chaos of your daily life can be a struggle. But there are certain keys that can open the door to a calmer approach in your personal journey. These are listed are below, but just keep in mind that they all involve self-reflection, self-care, and...
Principles of Mediterranean Wellness
The principles of Mediterranean Wellness
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Black-Eyed Peas and Rice Salad
Beans are a super food and this is one of the many bonuses they may offer our health. This is a unique dish that is easy to prepare. You’ll Need 1 1/2 cups cooked black-eyed peas 3 cups hot cooked rice 1 Tablespoon Dijon-style mustard 1 teaspoon salt Fresh...
Up Do Your Grilling Options
Up Do Your Options on the Grill Grilling vegetables and fruit is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the natural sweetness and smoky flavors. Here’s a simple recipe to get started: Ingredients: Assorted vegetables (such as zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms) Assorted fruits (such as...
Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta w Vodka Cream Sauce
Hi everyone, this recipe is a staple in our home, and it is so dirt-simple to make that you end up looking like a cooking superstar when it actually takes you no time at all … bonus!! This recipe is published in The Fat Fallacy. Sundried tomato pasta with vodka cream sauce...